Rare Soul Beast: Ginseng Baby

The group walked while observing the soul beasts.

Ma Hongjun's knowledge of soul beasts was far too shallow, and coupled with his exuberant curiosity, he was quite a handful.

He would ask a couple of questions whenever he saw a soul beast.

Fortunately, everyone was in a good mood and no one held it against him.

"This Banded Bamboo Worm counts as one of the weakest soul beasts, yet they possess super-strong healing powers."

"If some healing-type soul masters choose this soul beast for their first soul ring, it is a very good choice."

"Like this one in front of you, it has three segments, which means it is a 30-year soul beast."

Ye Ruilin would also take the initiative to explain things to Ma Hongjun when he saw certain soul beasts.

Ma Hongjun nodded earnestly, carefully observing the soul beasts before him.

"What is that?"

As the group moved forward, Sword Douluo seemed to sense an aura, his sharp gaze shifting toward a certain spot.

Something seemed to be hidden within the calf-high thicket of weeds.

The group followed Sword Douluo's line of sight, their gazes converging on the weeds.

"Little thing, you still want to run?"

A cold smile appeared on Sword Douluo's face, and a long sword instantly tore through the air.

The sharp tip of the blade snapped the tree in front of them in two instantly.

This was the first time Ma Hongjun had seen a Title Douluo make a move; the clean, efficient methods and the terrifying combat power planted a seed deep within his young heart.

Terrifying soul power surged out, and a figure was sent flying back from the distance.

When the group saw the figure clearly, they all revealed expressions of surprise.

"Ginseng Baby?"

Ye Ruilin's eyelids twitched; he had not expected to encounter such a rare soul beast again on this trip.

The rarity of the Ginseng Baby was in no way inferior to the Fire Dragon they had encountered earlier.

"With five leaves on its head, this Ginseng Baby should be over 500 years old."

Sword Douluo's face broke into a smile as he turned to look at Ning Rongrong.

"Rongrong, this Ginseng Baby is very suitable to be your first soul ring."

"Although this little thing doesn't have strong attack power, its evasion and dodging abilities are beyond the reach of some soul beasts of the same level."

"Its speed is extremely fast; even soul beasts of a higher level than it might not be able to capture it easily."

"As a plant-type soul beast, it also possesses powerful recovery abilities."

"If it serves as your first soul ring, you might even have unexpected gains."

Sword Douluo was overjoyed.

Ning Rongrong had not expected that they would encounter such a suitable, rare soul beast so soon after entering the Sunset Forest.

The little girl's eyes darted around before landing on Ye Ruilin.

"Brother Ye, this wouldn't have anything to do with your Auspicious Power, would it?"

Although it was a question, judging by her expression, she seemed to have already reached a conclusion in her heart.

Sword Douluo and Bone Douluo had initially been happy to find such a suitable soul beast for the little girl.

But after hearing her words, they immediately realized that this matter probably really could not be separated from this boy.

"Regardless, being able to find a soul beast like the Ginseng Baby as Rongrong's first soul ring, our Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect owes you this favor."

"After we return, if you have any needs, you can bring them directly to Fengzhi."

Sword Douluo said to Ye Ruilin earnestly.

Ye Ruilin, however, shook his head calmly.

"Not to mention that this is just a conjecture on Rongrong's part."

"Even if it really is because of me, as friends, why should Rongrong and I fuss over such things?"

Ning Rongrong, standing to the side, immediately wore a smug expression upon hearing Ye Ruilin's words.

"Sword Grandpa, Bone Grandpa."

"I announce that from now on, Brother Ye will be my best friend, bar none."

The little girl patted her chest and said with a serious face.

The two Title Douluos were naturally happy to see the relationship between the two.

Even if they couldn't become in-laws in the future, with this layer of connection, the two families could at least become allies.

"Rongrong, hurry up and absorb the soul ring."

"Although the age of this Ginseng Baby slightly exceeds the tolerance limit for a first soul ring."

"But as a plant-type soul beast, its impact is much smaller than that of an ordinary soul beast, making it just right for you to withstand."

"Okay."

The young girl raised her hand and brought down her blade, directly finishing off the Ginseng Baby before her.

A surge of soul power instantly coalesced, and Ning Rongrong sat cross-legged, immediately beginning to absorb the soul ring's energy.

"Can I also absorb this kind of power?"

Ma Hongjun walked behind Ye Ruilin and asked in a low voice.

"Only the person who delivers the final blow to end a soul beast's life can absorb its energy."

"Furthermore, one must be in a stage of advancement."

"For example, you are currently at the stage of advancing from a soul master to a grand soul master; if you kill a soul beast yourself, you can absorb its energy to form a soul ring."

"But even if I kill a soul beast, because I am not in an advancement state, I cannot absorb their energy, and this energy will dissipate on its own after a period of time."

Ye Ruilin explained.

Ma Hongjun wore a look of sudden realization.

"Boss, if we encounter a soul beast suitable for me later, you must let me be the one to take it down."

Seeing that Ning Rongrong had already begun absorbing her first soul ring, Ma Hongjun felt a bit restless himself.

"This is still the outer perimeter of the Sunset Forest; it is quite difficult to encounter a suitable soul beast."

"This Ginseng Baby was already an unexpected surprise."

"Your target for a first soul ring should be a Blazing Lion King, but such soul beasts live in groups and would not appear in the outer perimeter."

"Once Rongrong finishes, we will head deeper inside and see."

Ye Ruilin cleaned the Soft Bone Charm Rabbit he had caught and immediately began to roast it.

"Boss, let me help you; my barbecue skills are quite excellent."

Ma Hongjun stepped forward, took the rabbit from Ye Ruilin's hands, and started grilling it.

Before long, a rich aroma instantly permeated the surroundings.

Even so, not a single soul beast appeared nearby.

Ever since Ning Rongrong began absorbing the soul ring's power, Sword Douluo and Bone Douluo had released the powerful auras of their Title Douluo status.

They did not want any blind soul beast to emerge and disturb Ning Rongrong's absorption.

With these two powerhouses present, even without any other precautions, no soul beast in this outer perimeter of the Sunset Forest dared to approach easily.

After a few rabbits were consumed, Ning Rongrong successfully obtained her first soul ring.

The young girl ran toward Ye Ruilin, her face full of excitement.

"Brother Ye, my first soul skill increases speed by 20%."

"And while the soul skill is active, the target also gains healing abilities."

"This healing ability depends on the amount of soul power I output."

The young girl's eyes were bright and sparkling; she was clearly very satisfied with her first soul skill.

Ye Ruilin handed the rabbit in his hand to the young girl.

"Not bad at all. You must be hungry, hurry up and eat."

The fragrance was mouth-watering, and Ning Rongrong instantly forgot about her soul skill, devouring the food ravenously.